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1996 Volvo WIA Problems

Complaints
8filed with NHTSA
Median mileage
200,000miles, 1 complaints with mileage
Recalls
7campaigns on record
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

Sources: NHTSA records for the 1996 Volvo WIA (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error

NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 1996 Volvo WIA. The part named most often is suspension, with 5 complaints (63% of the total), followed by electrical system (4) and steering (4). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 200,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns and 26 technical service bulletins for this model year. Suspension complaints overlap with 3 recall campaigns covering the lines and fittings, 1 NHTSA investigation and 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 9 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.

This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.

Which parts are reported most

Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.

Also reported: Exterior lighting (1), Fuel system (1), Latches, locks and linkages (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).

Example complaints

Suspension: “Consumer states the truck will not stay aligned, various parts have been replaced to keep the truck aligned such as the tie rod ends, the tires were replaced, shocks, rear torsion bar, right rear air bag, torqued rod arm, replaced rear spring pins, lead springs, u-bolts, air suspension level valve, and the rear axle was reset.”

NHTSA complaint #565603, filed 2002-05

Electrical system: “Noticed noise, upon turning the cab shifted. Then checked the problem out and noticed. The vehicle was looked at by a Volvo dealer, and the consumer found out that problem occurred because the weld broke on the elbow which holds the cab to the frame. In addition, replaced alternator/adjusted rear air bags.”

NHTSA complaint #819978, filed 1998-02

Steering: “The contact owns a 1996 Volvo WIA. The contact stated while driving various speeds, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the steering failed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage 200,000 and the current mileage was 650,000. Updated 3/24/15 the consumer stated the vehicle experienced a collapsed spindle bearing. The driver suffered from a sore shoulder and muscle strains in 2005. Updated 6/22/2015”

NHTSA complaint #10595787, filed 2014-06, 200,000 miles

Engine cooling: “Transmission problems. Also, fifth wheel assembly needed adjustment/ hood was cracked/ there was a missing bolt in crossmember/ there was a leak under the dash/thermostat was replaced/air whistle noise in engine/pulley assembly needed replacement/cool filter replaced/ brake belt replaced/ left front brake was sticking/new brake shoes were needed/ alternator and starter solenoid replaced/ speed control inoperable due to faulty wire,/harness to crank sensor rubbed, causing inactive engine code and wiring harness was shorting out. …”

NHTSA complaint #565138, filed 2001-08

Mileage when problems were reported

0% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 200,000 and 200,000 miles.

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Share of complaints by mileage when the problem was reported, in thousands of miles (1 complaints with mileage). Red bars: under 50,000 miles. Bucket widths differ. Median: 200,000 miles.

Complaints by year filed

Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

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Complaints by year the complaint was filed with NHTSA. Red bars: the last 3 full calendar years used for the trend. The current year (2026) is partial.

Recalls and investigations

See all 7 recalls for the 1996 Volvo WIA → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls

NHTSA investigations

Technical service bulletins

TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 26 on record; the latest 10 are shown.

See all 26 bulletins →

Other model years of the Volvo WIA

YearComplaintsMedian miRecallsCrash ★MPGScore (50 = typical)Trend
19978—6———Not enough data
19968200,0007———Not enough data
19957—4———Not enough data

All Volvo WIA model years

Frequently asked questions

How many NHTSA complaints does the 1996 Volvo WIA have?

NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 1996 Volvo WIA as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

What part of the 1996 Volvo WIA is reported most often?

Suspension is named most often, in 5 complaints (63% of the total), followed by electrical system with 4.

Has the 1996 Volvo WIA been recalled?

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

At what mileage are problems with the 1996 Volvo WIA reported?

Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 200,000 miles and the middle half falls between 200,000 and 200,000 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.